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2026 Carnival Milwaukee
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SAVE THE DATE for Friday, March 6 2026, for a vibrant display of live performances, delicious food and beverages, and fellowship at The Factory on Barclay, in the Harbor District of Milwaukee’s Historic Walker’s Point.
18th Annual Carnival Milwaukee 2026
Location: The Factory on Barclay, 1120 South Barclay Street, Milwaukee, 53204
Date & Time: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 5:30pm–8:30pm
$80 General Public | $70 Current UEDA Members
Ticket price includes food, entertainment, dancing, photo booth and more.
Members: check your inbox or contact debbie@uedawi.org for discount code
Our 2026 Bill Johnson Bridge Builder is…
The Hmong American Friendship Association!
Every year we present this award as a way to recognize a community member or partner for their efforts to honor diversity and connect people and places through the expression of culture in food, art, music, and space.
In recognition of their commitment to ensuring Milwaukee has a thriving Southeast Asian community through culturally responsive services, community connection, and advocacy.
The Hmong American Friendship Association empowers individuals and families through food access, job placement, language assistance, youth programming, mental health awareness, disability advocacy, and support for refugee families and those experiencing housing instability. Through their work uplifting Hmong culture and fostering understanding across communities, HAFA embodies the spirit of the Bill Johnson Bridge Builder Award.
Check out their 2025 Hmong New Year Celebration: Video Here!
Food Tasting Participants
Check out this flier of all Carnival Milwaukee Food Tasting Participants since 2009.
We encourage you to support these local businesses, restaurants, and food vendors throughout the year!
Volunteer with us!
Carnival Milwaukee is also a great opportunity to volunteer & enjoy the fun. Volunteers help with set-up, food serving, raffle, and more. Reach out to Debbie Knepke at debbie@uedawi.org if you are interested in joining us in 2026.
Interested in Sponsoring?
To learn about sponsorship opportunities, check out our Carnival Milwaukee Sponsor Menu 2026
Thank you to our committed sponsors!
Rio Level – Presenting
Mardi Gras Level
Associated Bank
U.S. Bank
Samba Level
Peoples State Bank
Summit Credit Union
Carnival Krewe
Bank Five Nine
BMO
CIBC
Community Advocates
Educators Credit Union
Landmark Credit Union
MUSIC
Old National Bank
WEDC
WHEDA
Royal Court Level
Cinnaire
Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS
Gruber Law Offices
The Huntington National Bank
Johnson Financial Group
Mueller Communications
North Shore Bank
Prime Financial Credit Union
Self-Help Credit Union
Spring Bank
Tri City National Bank
Visit Milwaukee
Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA)
J’ouvert Level
AARP
Bell Bank Mortgage
Great Midwest Bank
MEDC
P3 Development Group
The Equitable Bank
WWBIC
About the Event:
In February, people from all around the world participate in cultural celebrations including Carnival Brazil, Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Carnival Mazatlan, Fasching in Germany, and Carnival Venice. Since 2009, we have modeled our annual fundraiser after these celebrations.
Join us on Friday, March 6 2026, for a vibrant display of live performances, delicious food and beverages, and fellowship at The Factory on Barclay, in the Harbor District of Milwaukee’s Historic Walker’s Point.
Each year this highly anticipated community event brings together people from a diverse array of backgrounds, neighborhoods and ages – we believe this interaction is meaningful and promotes a deeper appreciation of the “mosaic” that is Milwaukee.
